Ann Rice…. wow pretty racy there Mr. Peavy.
I’m happy to hear you are perusing your dreams of writing. Why the Philippines? And what about your work as a pastor? And why is your book so darn expensive?

Great interview Kim and Cherie! It seems as if I’ve known you forever, but am always amazed at what a prolific writer you are. Two things that set you apart in my mind is your continuous positive thinking and that great get-it-done attitude! 🙂

Dr. Peavy,
I agree that “writing is the ink of immortality”. Although I am a practicing nurse now and rarely have time to write, my best form of communication by far, has been the written word. When I am no longer walking this Earth, I take comfort in knowing that my writings will live on for my children and grandchildren to read. ~ Cathy

Thanks for stopping by, Jeffrey! I liked what you said about popular literature. I think if it resonates with people, it doesn’t matter why. People shouldn’t look down their noses at books or writers that are popular. There is no shame in selling lots of books!

Great interview! I’ve known Barry online since he went on a virtual book tour with “Across the Pond”. It’s a fun read. Barry is so sweet and loves helping people. I truly don’t know how he does it all! Hopefully I’ll catch up with him in September when he attends the Big E, a large annual three-week fair held each year in Western Massachusetts.

It’s nice to keep learning more about you, Barry. Best of luck with making time to writ Brit’s story.

Thank you so much for the wonderful review and fun Q&A. I had a blast answering your questions and hope your readers enjoy my responses. I’ve also really enjoyed reading your other interviews, especially the one with the fabulous M.J. Rose!

Yaro never says anything that isn’t useful. And if you read his blog you’ll see that his writing style is ideal for blogging: friendly and fluent without being flippant.

Although I agree with him that writing talent isn’t paramount for bloggers (useful content being far more vital), as a writer I’m very frustrated by the prevalence of really poor writing among bloggers. I’d love to see bloggers adopt a code of practice with some minimum standards including:

Great interview. It was nice to find out more about you, and I want to assure you that we are all a little mad…have to be to write and put up with rejections, reviews, and all the responsibilities that come with the doing what we love. Keep up the great work, and I wish you mega sales and great success.

Ann is a talented writer. I am so glad to see this interview. I loved her newsletter, Times of Our Lives. It was a joy to read. I loved the part in this interview about writing to pen-pals. That was a popular thing to do back in my day. Write on–Ann!

Love Deborah’s definition of a successful writer: Someone who is happy with what they write and who gets pleasure from writing, and what they’ve written.
When you’re happy with what you write and gain pleasure from it, that’s the ultimate experience of being a writer.

I couldn’t agree more. So often writers forget that, especially if they are freelance writers. Suddenly it becomes all about finding the work, and writing becomes a chore. But writing is a blessing, and Deborah’s definition hit it right on the head.

Hi Cherie,
Fellow Suite 101-er here.. Thank you so much for posting this.. Just found a certain website has a whole pile of Suite 101 articles. Will it be alright if I use your sample C&D letter to send to them?
Thanks
Prerna

You’re absolutely right about boring bios…and, I would caution writers to be sure to match the tone to the intended audience. Include some info about what makes you unique, but also include the basic info that the audience wants to know (who are you and why should they listen to you).

As a ghostwriter and editor, I am in general agreement with most of your suggestions. Above all, I think it’s very important for writers — or any business, for that matter — to try out what they haven’t yet and then observe the results, the reactions of readers. For example, joining forums, social media and other networks where writers could contribute to ongoing debates. This is an excellent way to promote their businesses. However, I think it is equally important to do two things:

(1) Hone your strategy — it takes time, observation and the wisdom of hindsight to avoid wasting time endlessly writing articles and blogs just for the sake of doing it;

(2) Contribute intelligently — there is too much junk out there, recycled again and again.

It’s almost too obvious to mention, but I would advise writers to think about what they are doing before wasting their and others’ time. Think before you take up space that would otherwise be occupied by good content.

Dear Don E Peavy Sr. It is hard for me to believe that you would leave and go to the Phillipines without so much as a word to let us know that you were leaving the ministry and the country. We have been friend for so many years and one would think you would keep in touch. I did recieve your Christmas card in 06 or 07 I sent you one last year and never heard anything. Please contact us.
Congratulations on your many successes. What an adventureous life you have been living all these years! YOu are truely BLESSED!

I don’t know If I said it already but …Great site…keep up the good work. 🙂 I read a lot of blogs on a daily basis and for the most part, people lack substance but, I just wanted to make a quick comment to say I’m glad I found your blog. Thanks, 🙂

When I read The Sunday List of Dreams, I laughed and cried throughout. Kris, you quickly became one of my favs! I wish you the bests in all endeavors! I have been writing a mystery series but you have inspired me to try humor in the future.

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